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LawnsLawns and turf you'd assume would be straight forward to incorporate into your designs and generally they are and when starting from scratch simply ensure there is enough sub-base to give adequate drainage, good top soil laid evenly and flat, followed by a good quality turf to complete the process. When rolling out or laying turf onto prepared soil, start furthest away from you covering the area directly in front of you working backwards until all the ground is covered. (If the ground is wet and work must commence it's possible to lay turf from the closest point covering with boards and planks to prevent damage.) Use a long knife or tool to cut cleanly through the turf and the offcut at the end of every row will give you a new piece to start your next row either working from left to right or vice versa. You'll produce a better finish by staggering the joints at laying preventing lifting and distortion allowing the grass to 'knit' together successfully. This provides a strong bond between rows of turf. For a week after laying, sprinkle water generously and allow to 'bite' to the soil before walking on. Refrain from vigirous activity on your lawn until you're confident it has taken well. Mowing can commence when you see obvious growth using an appropriate mower for the size and functionality of your new lawn. When should you lay turf? Generally if you can access supplies, you can lay turf but avoid snow, frost and heavy rain. Other than that grass, sod, turf call it what you like, is a very durable ground cover which will last for many years especially when maintained and fed with the correct fertilizer. Mike Lyons.....Any questions! Please contact me. I'd welcome your comments, tips and suggestions, for more information click here (BOOKMARK HOMEPAGE FOR QUICK REFERENCE)
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